Konica KM1024i MAE-C 13PL Printhead

The Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C is a genuine original shear-mode piezo on-demand industrial inkjet printhead engineered for high-speed single-pass aqueous printing systems. The MAE-C designation identifies it as the medium-drop aqueous variant of the KM1024i platform — 1024 nozzles at 13 pl, optimised for water-based inks including dye-sublimation, aqueous pigment, and water-based dye inks used in textile, banner, and transfer printing systems. Includes waveform data. Every KM1024i MAE-C we sell at Digiprint USA is 100% genuine original Konica Minolta Japan.

Aqueous/water-based inks only. The MAE-C is specifically designed for water-based ink formulations. It is not compatible with solvent, oil-based, or UV-curable inks — those applications require the KM1024i SHE or MHE variants. Confirm your ink system is water-based before ordering.

Technical Specifications

Compatible Printers

• Human Digital Technology QP-Jet

• Konica Nassenger Pro 120

• Agfa Avinci CX3200

Not sure if this printhead fits your machine? Contact us before ordering — we confirm MAE-C compatibility for your specific printer model at no obligation.

Decoding the KM1024i MAE-C Designation

Konica Minolta's KM1024i suffix system encodes key head characteristics:

M — Medium drop viscosity range (vs S = Small, L = Large)

A — Aqueous (water-based) ink formulation

E — Variant E in the aqueous lineup (distinguishes from MAB, MAF etc.)

C — Connector type / configuration variant

The "i" generation (KM1024i) replaced the older 3-cycle drive system with a fully independent drive system — all 1024 nozzles fire simultaneously rather than in groups. This is the core architectural advance of the KM1024i platform: higher throughput, lower latency, and better channel-to-channel uniformity at production speeds.

KM1024i Variant Comparison

Applications

• Dye-sublimation textile printing — transfer paper and direct-to-fabric output with water-based sublimation inks

• Single-pass aqueous industrial printing — high-volume production lines requiring 45kHz throughput

• Aqueous pigment wide-format — banner, soft signage, and display production

• Heat-transfer printing — water-based dye-sub systems for apparel and soft signage

Environmental Note

The KM1024i MAE-C is a Konica Minolta Approved Green Product. It incorporates approximately one-third of the petroleum-derived materials and toxic chemicals used in the previous KM1024 generation — a meaningful specification for print operations with environmental compliance requirements.

Warranty Notice

Due to the sensitive nature of industrial printhead components, we cannot accept returns, exchanges, or refunds once the printhead has been installed. All sales are final. This printhead is for aqueous/water-based inks only — use with solvent or UV inks will cause immediate and irreversible damage. Contact our team to confirm compatibility before ordering.

Why Buy from Digiprint USA

• 100% genuine original Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C — not compatible, not refurbished

• Waveform data included — complete OEM package

• In stock in Doral, Miami FL — same day shipping before 2PM EST

• Ideal for Latin American textile, dye-sublimation, and single-pass print shops using Miami freight forwarders

• Free technical support — we confirm MAE-C aqueous vs solvent variant for your specific printer before you order

View our full range of genuine Konica Minolta printheads stocked by Digiprint USA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the MAE-C designation mean?
MAE-C encodes the head's key characteristics: M = medium drop viscosity range, A = aqueous (water-based) ink compatibility, E = variant E in the aqueous lineup, C = connector/configuration variant. Together they identify the 13pl water-based medium-drop variant of the KM1024i platform, distinct from solvent variants (SHE, MHE-D, LHE-30) that look physically similar but are not ink-compatible.

Can I use the KM1024i MAE-C with solvent or UV ink?
No. The MAE-C's internal fluid path materials and nozzle plate chemistry are optimised for water-based inks. Solvent or UV inks will cause degradation of internal seals and the nozzle plate, resulting in jetting failures and permanent head damage. For solvent or UV single-pass applications, the KM1024i MHE-D or SHE variants are the correct choice.

What is the difference between the KM1024 and KM1024i?
The "i" denotes an improved generation. The KM1024i introduces a fully independent drive system that allows all 1024 nozzles to fire simultaneously — the older KM1024 uses a 3-cycle drive system that fires nozzles in groups. The independent drive system of the KM1024i significantly increases jetting throughput, reduces latency in high-frequency production environments, and improves channel-to-channel uniformity at single-pass production speeds.

Do you ship the Konica KM1024i MAE-C to Latin America?
Yes — same day shipping from our Doral, Miami FL warehouse. Our Miami location is ideal for Latin American textile, dye-sublimation, and industrial print shops using freight forwarders in the Doral area.